Santa Barbara County
Branch Chief of Clinical Outpatient Operations
Santa Barbara County, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
The Behavioral Wellness Department (BWell) is accepting applications to fill one full-time
Branch Chief of Clinical Outpatient Operations
vacancy in Santa Barbara. Although this vacancy is being listed in Santa Barbara, applicants must be willing and able to travel to Lompoc and Santa Maria. Applicants must check "Santa Barbara" in the location section of the application.NOTE: This is an AT-WILL position, exempt from Civil Service provisions. The County classification title is Health Services Manager III.BENEFITS OVERVIEW:Vacation:
12 to 25 days per year depending on the length of public employmentHolidays:
12 days per yearSick Leave:
12 days per yearRetirement:
The County offers a Defined Benefit Plan and contributes 0.24% of base salary to a 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan. The County offers voluntary participation into a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.Life Insurance:
$20,000 Term Life InsuranceFor more information on benefits for this position click
here .THE POSITIONThis position works within the mental health and outpatient community branch of the Behavioral Wellness Department. This position oversees a system of interdisciplinary departmental teams and contract service agencies providing assessment, prevention, intervention, treatment, and related ancillary support services via an integrated service delivery system to people with alcohol and other drug-related problems, mental illness, and/or co-occurring conditions. Although many responsibilities require presence in Santa Barbara, this position will have countywide responsibility and routine presence in Lompoc and Santa Maria is expected. On-call hours in rotation with other department administrators will be required.THE DEPARTMENTThe
Department of Behavioral Wellness
was founded in 1962 and it is our mission to promote the prevention of and recovery from mental illness and addiction among individuals, families, and communities, by providing effective leadership and delivering state-of-the-art, culturally competent services. The Department provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to 10,000 clients with mental illness and substance use disorders annually through its professional staff of over 400, in addition to its many contracted Community-Based Organization (CBO) providers.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:Proven track record in a senior management role in public mental healthSolid knowledge of county mental health systems and associated mandates, funding and regulatory oversightStrong partnerships with community agenciesSkill creating polished and professional documents and PowerPoint presentationsA history of collaborating with and presenting to all levels from CEO and Board of Supervisors to line staffAbility to inspire, coach, develop, and empower othersStrong skills in data analysis to guide operational decision making and resource allocationExperience leading change initiativesUnderstanding of fiscal processes and their relationship with program development and operationFluency with the Mental Health Services Act principles, funding, and reporting requirementsKnowledge of the Affordable Care Act and its implementation in mental health and substance abuse agenciesExperience in integrating primary care, substance abuse treatment, and mental health programsProfessional experience with electronic health records and quality improvement training and implementationFive or more years of programmatic, administrative and management experience (i.e. staff supervision, budget management and performance management)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and ExperienceThe knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below may be acquired through various types of training, education, and experience. A typical way to acquire the required knowledge and abilities would be:Applicants must possess valid California licensure in their profession at the time of application.
Out-of-State licenses will not be accepted for this position.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)Clinical Psychologist
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in a related field including at least three (3) years as a supervisor or manager.Licenses and CertificatesFor specific positions, possession and maintenance of a valid California driver's license and the ability to meet automobile insurability requirements of the County or the ability to provide suitable transportation needs is a condition of continued employment.Knowledge of:Principles, practices, and techniques of behavioral health services programs and operations in a public agency setting, including public health, mental health and recovery, correctional health, and/or medical health programs, including the interpretation of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation.Trends in public, mental, medical, and correctional health, and recovery education, treatment, prevention, and related issues.Management principles, practices, and techniques.Principles and practices of governmental accounting, fiscal management, budgeting, and auditing.Principles and practices of program planning and administration.Personnel management principles and practices, including employee supervision, training, and evaluation.Principles and practices of group facilitation, conflict resolution, and consensus building.Principles and practices of procurement and contract administration.Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and standards.Business systems, equipment, and applications relevant to the area of assignment.Social, economic, cultural, and other issues impacting program area.Ability to:Effectively administer public health, mental health and recovery, correctional health, and/or medical health programs and activities.Manage assigned operations/programs and ensure ongoing compliance with strategic objectives and performance measures.Develop and implement policies and procedures.Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives.Manage large-scale complex projects and/or initiatives, enterprise projects, and/or overseeing the management of multiple projects simultaneously.Manage and evaluate assigned staff, including training, coaching, participating in developing goals and strategic objectives, coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands, and assigning and monitoring work.Analyze and evaluate operational programs, projects, and procedures.Plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise changes and improvements in public agency projects and studies.Manage budgets, contracts, grants, and resource allocation.Interpret, monitor, and report financial information and statistics.Oversee the implementation of and adherence to quality assurance activities and standards.Research, recommend, and implement industry trends, solutions, and best practices.Resolve complex problems within the area of assignment.Prepare and oversee the preparation of reports, grant proposals, documents, and presentations.Create and provide informative presentations to stakeholders, elected officials, County leadership, and the public.Collaborate with program stakeholders, elected and appointed boards, the public, and internal leadership.Interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards.Communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals, including but not limited to coworkers, subordinate staff, supervisors, other managers, professional agencies, and the general public.Maintain accurate records and files.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONMay be required to work a varied schedule of hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required for some assignments.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:Application Review:
Review of the application and supporting materials to determine those candidates who meet the employment standards.Panel Interview:
Finalists will be invited to complete an interview with a panel of subject matter experts.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants
by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process.
Applicants are reminded to check
spam filters continuously
during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines. The County of Santa Barbara will not release any applicant’s e-mail address to a third party.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:Live Scan and Background Check:
Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.This position is at-will and exempt from Civil Service protections.Disaster Service Worker:
Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.APPLICATION DEADLINE:
October 2, 2024 by 4:59pm PT, postmarks not accepted. You can view job postings and apply online 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.Leza Patatanian, Talent Acquisition Analyst,
lptatatanian@countyofsb.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Branch Chief of Clinical Outpatient Operations
vacancy in Santa Barbara. Although this vacancy is being listed in Santa Barbara, applicants must be willing and able to travel to Lompoc and Santa Maria. Applicants must check "Santa Barbara" in the location section of the application.NOTE: This is an AT-WILL position, exempt from Civil Service provisions. The County classification title is Health Services Manager III.BENEFITS OVERVIEW:Vacation:
12 to 25 days per year depending on the length of public employmentHolidays:
12 days per yearSick Leave:
12 days per yearRetirement:
The County offers a Defined Benefit Plan and contributes 0.24% of base salary to a 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan. The County offers voluntary participation into a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.Life Insurance:
$20,000 Term Life InsuranceFor more information on benefits for this position click
here .THE POSITIONThis position works within the mental health and outpatient community branch of the Behavioral Wellness Department. This position oversees a system of interdisciplinary departmental teams and contract service agencies providing assessment, prevention, intervention, treatment, and related ancillary support services via an integrated service delivery system to people with alcohol and other drug-related problems, mental illness, and/or co-occurring conditions. Although many responsibilities require presence in Santa Barbara, this position will have countywide responsibility and routine presence in Lompoc and Santa Maria is expected. On-call hours in rotation with other department administrators will be required.THE DEPARTMENTThe
Department of Behavioral Wellness
was founded in 1962 and it is our mission to promote the prevention of and recovery from mental illness and addiction among individuals, families, and communities, by providing effective leadership and delivering state-of-the-art, culturally competent services. The Department provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to 10,000 clients with mental illness and substance use disorders annually through its professional staff of over 400, in addition to its many contracted Community-Based Organization (CBO) providers.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:Proven track record in a senior management role in public mental healthSolid knowledge of county mental health systems and associated mandates, funding and regulatory oversightStrong partnerships with community agenciesSkill creating polished and professional documents and PowerPoint presentationsA history of collaborating with and presenting to all levels from CEO and Board of Supervisors to line staffAbility to inspire, coach, develop, and empower othersStrong skills in data analysis to guide operational decision making and resource allocationExperience leading change initiativesUnderstanding of fiscal processes and their relationship with program development and operationFluency with the Mental Health Services Act principles, funding, and reporting requirementsKnowledge of the Affordable Care Act and its implementation in mental health and substance abuse agenciesExperience in integrating primary care, substance abuse treatment, and mental health programsProfessional experience with electronic health records and quality improvement training and implementationFive or more years of programmatic, administrative and management experience (i.e. staff supervision, budget management and performance management)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and ExperienceThe knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below may be acquired through various types of training, education, and experience. A typical way to acquire the required knowledge and abilities would be:Applicants must possess valid California licensure in their profession at the time of application.
Out-of-State licenses will not be accepted for this position.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)Clinical Psychologist
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in a related field including at least three (3) years as a supervisor or manager.Licenses and CertificatesFor specific positions, possession and maintenance of a valid California driver's license and the ability to meet automobile insurability requirements of the County or the ability to provide suitable transportation needs is a condition of continued employment.Knowledge of:Principles, practices, and techniques of behavioral health services programs and operations in a public agency setting, including public health, mental health and recovery, correctional health, and/or medical health programs, including the interpretation of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation.Trends in public, mental, medical, and correctional health, and recovery education, treatment, prevention, and related issues.Management principles, practices, and techniques.Principles and practices of governmental accounting, fiscal management, budgeting, and auditing.Principles and practices of program planning and administration.Personnel management principles and practices, including employee supervision, training, and evaluation.Principles and practices of group facilitation, conflict resolution, and consensus building.Principles and practices of procurement and contract administration.Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and standards.Business systems, equipment, and applications relevant to the area of assignment.Social, economic, cultural, and other issues impacting program area.Ability to:Effectively administer public health, mental health and recovery, correctional health, and/or medical health programs and activities.Manage assigned operations/programs and ensure ongoing compliance with strategic objectives and performance measures.Develop and implement policies and procedures.Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives.Manage large-scale complex projects and/or initiatives, enterprise projects, and/or overseeing the management of multiple projects simultaneously.Manage and evaluate assigned staff, including training, coaching, participating in developing goals and strategic objectives, coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands, and assigning and monitoring work.Analyze and evaluate operational programs, projects, and procedures.Plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise changes and improvements in public agency projects and studies.Manage budgets, contracts, grants, and resource allocation.Interpret, monitor, and report financial information and statistics.Oversee the implementation of and adherence to quality assurance activities and standards.Research, recommend, and implement industry trends, solutions, and best practices.Resolve complex problems within the area of assignment.Prepare and oversee the preparation of reports, grant proposals, documents, and presentations.Create and provide informative presentations to stakeholders, elected officials, County leadership, and the public.Collaborate with program stakeholders, elected and appointed boards, the public, and internal leadership.Interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards.Communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals, including but not limited to coworkers, subordinate staff, supervisors, other managers, professional agencies, and the general public.Maintain accurate records and files.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONMay be required to work a varied schedule of hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required for some assignments.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:Application Review:
Review of the application and supporting materials to determine those candidates who meet the employment standards.Panel Interview:
Finalists will be invited to complete an interview with a panel of subject matter experts.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants
by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process.
Applicants are reminded to check
spam filters continuously
during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines. The County of Santa Barbara will not release any applicant’s e-mail address to a third party.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:Live Scan and Background Check:
Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.This position is at-will and exempt from Civil Service protections.Disaster Service Worker:
Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.APPLICATION DEADLINE:
October 2, 2024 by 4:59pm PT, postmarks not accepted. You can view job postings and apply online 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.Leza Patatanian, Talent Acquisition Analyst,
lptatatanian@countyofsb.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr